AKAPAD the FILM BUFF Podcast
The internet has killed film criticism, resurrecting it is Peter A Deluca known throughout the cosmos as AKPAD. Here he wages war against poor hot takes, lazy insight, and trashing a movie just for clicks. This is the last bastion of honest cinema thought.
Episodes
August 1, 2025 • 10 mins
THE TOXIC AVENGERS (1984) - The influences of Peter A DeLua AKAPAD
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July 31, 2025 • 8 mins
The Film Buff adores two things: contained, single-setting films and the spontaneity of surprise streaming releases. The 2025 instant classic Locked delivers brilliantly on both fronts, while cementing Bill Skarsgård as the next-generation actor to watch.
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July 29, 2025 • 10 mins
Finally, a Netflix film release that has won universal acclaim! Happy Gilmore 2 delivers everything fans expect from a real-time comedy sequel, perfectly complementing the beloved 1996 original.
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July 27, 2025 • 12 mins
Today, The Film Buff settles the debate on whether Pixar's The Incredibles is a rip-off of Marvel's Fantastic Four. He also explores whether the 2004 release of this animated classic overshadowed the first live-action Fantastic Four film.
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July 26, 2025 • 15 mins
In 1994, the Fantastic Four franchise was poised for a breakout year with an animated series that aimed to capture the spirit of the comics. However, despite its promising concept, the show suffered from poor execution. For this animation weekend, The Film Buff shares his insight on why one particular episode resonates deeply with him, as it may be the only time a famous issue from the comics was adapted for the screen.
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July 25, 2025 • 13 mins
Fridays celebrate the world of independent film, and today's episode of The Film Buff Podcast may be one of its finest. Romeo 3000, a cybernetic reimagining of Shakespeare's classic play, is executed so brilliantly that viewers are left wondering why it hasn't garnered more attention. In this episode, AAKAPD explores how audiences can best approach films of this nature and offers insights on making the viewing experience uniquely p...
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July 24, 2025 • 11 mins
Today, after his stellar coverage of all things MCU, AKAPAD The Film Buff dives into Disney+'s latest Marvel miniseries with a thought-provoking question: Is she a hero or a villain? And does this distinction impact the quality of the show?
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July 23, 2025 • 13 mins
In 2005, the first Fantastic Four blockbuster hit theaters, but it never received the recognition it deserved—until now. Enter The Film Buff.
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July 23, 2025 • 8 mins
At its core, The Assessment embodies pure science fiction, capturing a group of people discussing the world from within a single room. Today, the Film Buff explores what makes transformative science fiction and why it matters.
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July 18, 2025 • 10 mins
The Fantastic Four franchise has problems
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July 18, 2025 • 8 mins
Welcome to Fridays with AKAPD The Film Buff, the only podcast dedicated to true independent films! Today, we're diving into a unique case—a film so elusive that its release year is hard to pin down. To make things even more intriguing, 28 Weeks Later serves as a thrilling installment in the beloved zombie rage franchise. This episode is truly one-of-a-kind, exploring why films like this deserve respect and attention.
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July 15, 2025 • 17 mins
Tonight, Peter A. DeLuca, aka AKAPAD The Film Buff, offers a fresh perspective on the often-overlooked 1983 film Superman III, diving into why it may be the most misunderstood movie of its era.
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July 15, 2025 • 10 mins
In this episode of AKAPD's The Film Buff Podcast, we dive into Drop (2025), a gripping single-room thriller that masterfully weaves on-screen graphics to propel the plot toward a thrilling and satisfying resolution. By the end of this episode, you'll not only feel like a true film buff but also be familiar with the visionary director Christopher Landon.
Those who brought up Drop.
Cast
Meghann Fahy as Violet
Brandon Sklenar as Hen...
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July 14, 2025 • 10 mins
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's iconic masterpiece Jaws. Join us tonight on AKAPAD: The Film Buff Podcast as we dive into the film's lasting impact and cinematic legacy.
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July 14, 2025 • 9 mins
This week, The Film Buff dives deep into the ending of Opus (2025), a captivating film exploring creativity through an occult lens, now hitting theaters. Be warned: spoilers are rarely flagged on this podcast, and today's episode is no exception.
Those who brought is Opus.
Cast of Opus (2025):
- Ayo Edebiri as Ariel Ecton
- John Malkovich as Alfred Moretti
- Juliette Lewis as Clara Armstrong
- Murray Bartlett as Stan Sullivan
- A...
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July 13, 2025 • 10 mins
The Lost Legacy of Max Fleischer's Superman
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July 12, 2025 • 12 mins
In 1988, if successful, this forgotten Superman series would have changed the American superhero landscape, but it lasted for 13 episodes......Enter The Film Buff for this animation weekend episode.
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July 11, 2025 • 18 mins
AKAPAD The Film is here to talk about the film of the year, James Gunn's Superman.
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July 8, 2025 • 5 mins
DEATH OF A UNICORN (2025) - REVIEW
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